Nils Sandstrom
Salesman-Freeport & Cedarville Stores
J H Barkau & Sons Cedarville
200 North Stephenson Street
Cedarville, IL 61013
I was voted 2017 -2020 Best Car Salesperson by the Freeport Journal! I was born-and-raised here in Freeport and I have a beautiful wife and two great children. I have been selling cars for the last 39 years and have loved every second of it. I enjoy meeting new people and working hard to ensure that they are completely satisfied with their Vehicle purchase. I'm very involved in the community and serve as a member of Kiwanis International, Knights of Columbus, Eagles Club, Kiwanis and Elks Club. Contact me if you are looking for a great car buying experience!
Read moreDealership Experience
33 yrs, 3 mos
Industry Experience
39 yrs, 10 mos
425 Reviews
Write a Review425 Reviews of Nils Sandstrom
June 23, 2026
Sometimes buying a car can be a negotiating nightmare but our experience at Barkau dealing with Nils (a very responsive, friendly salesman) was not that case. We did our research and Barkau (Nils) was right our experience at Barkau dealing with Nils (a very responsive, friendly salesman) was not that case. We did our research and Barkau (Nils) was right on the money with trade-in offer. Financing (Matt in finance was exceptional explaining everything at close) was what was expected. There was no pressure to buy. Overall a very pleasant experience! More
Other Employees Tagged: Matt (F&I)
June 22, 2026
We were looking for a a slightly older model. Nils stated that they always seek to provide their customers with cars that will meet/exceed their needs. In our case, a good amount of work was ne Nils stated that they always seek to provide their customers with cars that will meet/exceed their needs. In our case, a good amount of work was needed on the car after they received it before it was even placed on their lot. This investment in the vehicles is something that other car lots would leave the customers "holding the bag" on...but not here. Price was fair for the car and condition. More
June 10, 2026
Everyone was very friendly and walked me through everything I needed to know. It was a great experience. everything I needed to know. It was a great experience. More
Other Employees Tagged: Korey Korosec
May 28, 2026
I received the best service ever! From the test drive thru the finance! The cars were even cooled for test drive. No pressure, just a well oiled business where Mr Barksu has the be From the test drive thru the finance! The cars were even cooled for test drive. No pressure, just a well oiled business where Mr Barksu has the best staff. My family has bought cars from them, my last car lasted 14 years . We love dealing with Nils. He is so awesome at helping you get the right vehicle for the best price. Nails went above and beyond for me as he does everyone. Love my new car, it's perfect for me. Call Nils if you need a new vehicle, they are an awesome local business. Special thank you to Jim Barkau and all the staff! More
Other Employees Tagged: Matthew/Finance.
May 02, 2026
It was very comfortable. We are repeat customers. They found cars that were within our price range. We are repeat customers. They found cars that were within our price range. More
Other Employees Tagged: Korey Korosec
April 21, 2026
Always have convidence in working with this family oriented business. Never feel pressured or pushed to make a decision. Nils is very friendly and informative. We felt very comfortable working with hi oriented business. Never feel pressured or pushed to make a decision. Nils is very friendly and informative. We felt very comfortable working with him, as we have in the past. We reminisced and enjoyed a nice visit with Mr. Jim Barkau while we were there. More
Other Employees Tagged: Matthew Meyers/ Excellent
April 18, 2026
Nils was absolutely wonderful. He listened to exactly what Dad wanted and made it happen. Jim Barkau and the finance department helped tremendously since it was a special situatio He listened to exactly what Dad wanted and made it happen. Jim Barkau and the finance department helped tremendously since it was a special situation. Since Dad's last vehicle was hit by a deer and not everything had been paid off be insurance it was kind of messy situation. They made things happen so Dad could get a nice vehicle and get back on the road. Thank you to them for being someone you can count on. More

